Reverse trike Harley that leans

[escapefjrtist]

Kool concept, saw one of the trikes a few years ago at the local Isle of Vashon event. Lots of interest then, sounds like that's the case now too.
--G

Isn't this the guy that also was playing with a Vmax four or five years ago?

Good memory Pops, he did mention a VMax while we were talking to him.

--G

 

[garyahouse]

Just a question, because I know some Harley rider/owner will try it to be "different". Can you put one of these reverse trike things on the front AND put a rear trike conversion on the back??? Still while driving at a parade pace, with Zero gear on, and blip the throttle every 3.3 seconds at a stop light to garner attention???
Reminds me of what my grandpa said sometimes....some idiots have more money than sense!

Otherwise, cool story bro.

You asked, "Can you put one of these reverse trike things on the front AND put a rear trike conversion on the back???" Sure they could. Matter of fact, a Harley may well be the only bike on the planet that could actually do this. It's all a matter of simple physics. The frame has to be able to flex enough to allow the front end of the bike to lean into the corners while the two wheels in back remain firmly planted on the ground. You see, a Harley frame is designed to be able to flex like this. How do they do that you ask? Simple: the frame tubes are full of beer. That way the bike handles just like the rider walks...

Then you commented that a Harley rider needs to "blip the throttle every 3.3 seconds to garner attention." That was absolutely hilarious. You are so very right about that. However, I have another theory. As the poor bike shakes uncontrollably at idle, various fasteners begin to come loose. Blipping the throttle like that accomplishes two things. First it keeps the thing from stalling. But more importantly, the change in engine speed actually causes said fasteners to reverse direction and re-tighten themselves. It's a delicate balance and actually saves lives. So you see, it's a matter of self preservation, especially since the helmet idea is not a viable back up plan.

Harleys are rather heavy and underpowered right from the factory. This contraption would no doubt make them heavier and unerpowered-er. HA - just what they need. Interesting concept though. Good thing for this company that most Harley riders have lotsa money and limited concern about performance. With that in mind, they should sell a bunch of them.
Zilla,

Helmets for Harley riders in Florida? Hmmmph... Don't recall ever seeing this.

Gary

darksider #44

If you know ANY, less alone MOST HD riders that have lotsa money, you live in a way different universe than I do. I know and ride with dozens of HD riders, and pretty much ALL of them finance the crap out of them...talking 85%+ of purchase price is financed. Pathetic really. Great for Harley-Davidson Financial Services though.

"...Lotsa money:"

guess I've spent to much time at those Daytona Bike week events wondering how anybody could spend that much money on chrome. Just assumed that normal people don't borrow themselves all the way to the poor farm to purchase BLING. But then Harleys couldn't be a well thought out reasonable decision based on logic. It's not about how the bike makes me feel, it's about how it makes me LOOK. Duhhh, what was I thinking?

Gary

darksider #44

 

[BobCo]

A Harley in any other dressing is still a ...

... Harley